It’s time to come out of hibernation. While January has been cold and gray, I’ve uncovered an amazing, suburban exhibition that is worth leaving the house for…and it’s only here through the end of March 2024. You must get tickets to the Downton Abbey Exhibition located at Old Orchard Mall in Skokie. It’s open weekly from Wednesday-Sunday.
Read MoreWe celebrated 12 years of marriage this past July. To say this post is overdue would be the understatement of the century. Don’t judge. There were things and the such that prevented me from writing this post. It must be noted that we could not get a sitter to save our lives so guess who we took with? Yes, you guessed it…we celebrated our anni with our little ladies and while romance was not exactly on the menu, I can tell you that we had a great time exploring Milwaukee on a much different level that had everything and anything to do with our kids ages. So let’s dive in shall we?
Read MoreTruth: this time of year can get crazy. Back-to-school season is already here, and me and my family are super busy preparing. The shopping, the organizing and the long lines for pumpkin spice lattes—it’s a lot! And do you know what I don’t have time to deal with? The constipation, abdominal pain and bloating that come with my Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C). Enter Trulance® (plecanatide).
Read MoreThere were countless days that I would cancel plans last minute or stare at my reflection in the mirror in disgust because my stomach would be distended, bloated and uncomfortable. For a fashionista, this was a huge problem. It felt like punishment. I loved the art of dressing up for work and girls’ nights alike, yet my Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) could change everything at the drop of a hat. And the worst part…I was so very disciplined with my diet. I cut gluten, dairy, nuts, red wine and processed sugars. I felt helpless and hopeless. That was then, this is now!
Read MoreHi friends! I am testing out a new series after lamenting and crowd sourcing my struggle to deliver healthy, wholesome meals to my family given our new back-to-school schedule. Yo girl is sick of tacos on Tuesdays and we have something every day of the week. I will be living in my car!
Read MoreHi friends! I am testing out a new series after lamenting and crowd sourcing my struggle to deliver healthy, wholesome recipes to my family given our new back-to-school schedule. Yo girl is sick of tacos on Tuesdays and we have something every day of the week. I will be living in my car!
True to form, I surveyed my Instagram fam and you delivered. This recipe was shared by friend: alinochkarudman. Nom nom and enjoy!
Read MoreWhen you have chronic pain, it feels like you're having chronic conversations about it, too. It's a joy-sucking, time-sucking event that can drain you mentally and physically.
Read More*This post has been sponsored by Salix Pharmaceuticals. All opinions are my own.
I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) and I’ve battled it for as long as I can remember. I thought I was the only one living with constipation and abdominal pain. Turns out I was wrong. In fact, I’m one of 3.6 million U.S. adults living with IBS-C.
Read MorePut another pin in the world map! I am talking about all things Dominican Republic as today marks our return from Spring Break only a week ago. Writing this makes me sad because I really don’t know if I’ve experienced island life like this country has to offer. I am a well seasoned Caribbean traveler and I fell in love with this country.
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